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Antique Handmade 1890’s Bear Paw Patchwork Quilt 76x64 Cheddar Yellow Calico
An exceptional piece of late 19th-century American textile art, this authentic antique quilt features the iconic Bear’s Paw pattern set against a striking and highly collectible Cheddar Yellow background.
Dating from the 1880s to 1910s, the quilt showcases a rich assortment of period fabrics, including deep indigo blues, rare calico prints, historic shirtings, and warm red accents. It is entirely hand-quilted with dense fan-style stitching, demonstrating fine period craftsmanship. The back is finished with a classic dark blue and cream plaid cotton fabric.
Pattern: Bear's Paw (Bear's Foot)
Era: Late 1800s – Early 1900s
Dimensions: 76 x 64 inches
Technique: Completely hand-quilted patchwork
Color Palette: Cheddar Gold, Navy Indigo, Cream, Rustic Red
Condition & Provenance
Offered in solid antique condition. The textile structure is strong with sound seams, intact fabric, and no holes or tears. It exhibits natural age-related discoloration, surface soil, and storage marks consistent with a piece of this era. Sold in original as-found condition, perfect for collectors, display, or gentle specialty textile restoration.
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